Garlic Olive Oil Spaghetti

Instructions

1. 1

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the dry spaghetti and cook according to the package instructions until al dente.

2. 2

   While the pasta is cooking, heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

3. 3

   Add the thinly sliced garlic to the skillet and sauté gently for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until the garlic is fragrant and just beginning to turn golden (do not let it burn).

4. 4

   Add the red pepper flakes to the skillet and stir for 30 seconds.

5. 5

   Reserve about 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain the spaghetti.

6. 6

   Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the garlic and oil. Toss well to coat the pasta evenly.

7. 7

   If the pasta seems dry, add a little of the reserved pasta water, a tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.

8. 8

   Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Toss again.

9. 9

   Remove from heat and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley.

10. 10

    Serve immediately, garnished with extra parsley if desired.